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There is something downright sensual about holding a finely balanced fountain pen in your hand. The stimulating and provocative flow of polished metal on paper, coupled with the deep translucent color of fresh wet ink as it flows from the tip, stimulates your creativity like no other instrument. It’s the same feeling I get when I cut a delicate line with a newly sharpened gouge while wood carving. The connective stimulation one feels when fingertips and instrument are one and the same.

I sit here, late at night, hold my favorite Montblanc Meisterstuck 149 pen while writing this. On my desk and up for sale is my most recent acquisition – a rare Montblanc Meisterstuck 146 that I just got received from Montblanc after having it fully refurbished. I want to draw ink into it so bad that I had to pull out my 149 just to get over the urge. It is a beautifully balanced example of German artisanship. The companion desk holder does justice to the quiet elegance of this pen.

So much is written about the Montblanc, that I could not add anything that could further enhance its reputation other than to say, everything they write about its quality and beauty, pales in comparison to actually holding and writing with one. The final test of this pens quality – for me anyway – is the hardest part to imagine unless you are a writer who uses a pen. I will do my best to convey it however. I have to end this piece and put the pen down. Unlike many other pens in my collection, a Montblanc become an extension of you that you will not want to quit.

If you are interested in this unique Montblanc 146, ca late 1970’s, you can see it in my pen & writing Instrument case at the American Classics Antique Mall – space B30, (Dads Corner of Mom & Me’s Vintage Linens & Lace,) or write me at GAClark@Write4Me.net and we can discuss details.